DigameXtra No.94 for December 16th 2015

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Foster Care Urgently Needed

PLEASE HELP. The three pups here are all in foster care. There are four more living in a field. They are only six weeks old and it is cold at night. We can only help them if we can find foster homes for them. We have an offer for two weeks temporary foster for one, so if anyone can foster after Christmas we can rescue another today.

The little girl at the front of the photo is Ivy. She has been poorly and on a drip at the vets. If we hadn’t rescued her when we did she wouldn’t be alive now.

She is now doing well and is absolutely gorgeous. Fostering literally saves lives. We have crates and will pay all expenses.

PLEASE help us get the remaining four pups to safety.

Please contact axarquia-rescue@hotmail.com or call Marina 607845602.

Spanish driving licence – rule change

My husband and I both have UK driving licences with plenty of time on them before they need renewing. We intend to change to Spanish licences, but have heard that the change needs to be done before the end of December, as there has been a rule change? We became Spanish residents in January 2014.

I have searched Digame and can’t see any previous advice, other than the process to follow in terms of the medical and documentation needed.

Can anyone advise please?

Answers to Digame please.

Tom and Judith

Traffic Fines

B A shouldn’t worry too much about unpaid traffic fines increasing. They will stay on file, Trafico has an excellent database of all vehicles, owners and addresses. It’s up to you to make sure it’s updated though.

If you get stopped you will then have to pay everything in one go. Mobile Guardia Civil can access all the info at the roadside. Same if you go to transfer ownership,

Cheers, Keith, still travellin’ ‘int rain, wotsapninatgmaildotcom

The Street Where you Live! Please

We often forward Digame to our holiday-rental clients to show what is going on in the area.

Noticed many times that bars or restaurant, don’t mention street or town names.

It would be good to mention so more people can enjoy your fantastic evenings.

We look forward to another year with good food and music in the Axarquía.

Thank you all for organising!

The Sunny Palm Properties Team.

Non EU Import Duty

I can sympathise with Victor concerning the import of goods from outside the EU

I own two American cars and often have to order items from the US etc, I generally use Amazon.com, eBay.com and direct with suppliers.

If the duty is not pre-paid and the value of the goods exceed 22€ not including shipping then your package will be stopped and delayed in Madrid, in my experience this is generally 2-3 weeks, you will then receive the letter that Victor explained, it is relatively easy to e-mail all the information to them at www.adtpostales.com you will need to complete the form received with the following information:

Telephone number, e-mail address, NIE number, description of the goods, dated and signed.

Then you will have to scan the document to your computer. You will also need a scan of your NIE and the invoice for the goods.

The go to the web site and click the ‘Aportación de documentación’ tab and follow the instructions (in Spanish obviously). Attach your scans and submit. You will need to register the very first time but not for subsequent visits.

You can then track the progress of your shipment until it is at your local Correos where you will pay the duty upon collection. Be aware that along with 21% of the total price including shipping they will add a ‘handling charge’ which is usually around 15€.

If at all possible use ebay.com and order through a seller who is part of the Global Shipping Program (GSP), the duty is paid at checkout, thus negating any hold up at Madrid and also no handling charge is added, so it is cheaper and faster!

If anyone needs assistance in completing the process please contact me via my e-mail.

Lee at dantis dot co dot uk

Services Needed – Help Please – Lost Parcels

Can anyone help please?

My wife has been sent presents by our daughter and son ( independently).

Both were sent two weeks ago; both had correct addresses. We live in Torrox Costa. We have a little Spanish but not enough to cope with the mechanics of chasing parcels.

Does anyone know the best way to seek them out?

Thank you

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Services Needed – Removals

A couple of strong blokes with a van.

To move some household furniture and boxes from Competa to the coast, mid January.

Please email fincalospinos at msn dot com

Rental Available Long term let

Large studio apartment,sunny terrace,beach 300mts,new kitchen & bathroom,separate bedroom,quite area,parking nearby,communal pool,

€300 per month+bills, casalevante1@gmail.com

Recommendation Needed for dermatologist.

I have a carcinoma on my face that needs cutting out. Does anyone know of a dermatologist or similar who would do it privately as I am not in the Spanish health system.
Replies either to Digame or higglebird at hotmail dot co.UK

Recommendation New Internet Classical Music Service.

JAZZRADIO.com is in my opinion the finest provider of Internet Jazz in the ether. I have been tuned into it for a number of years and have recommended it to many people. You really are spoiled for choice (some 35 Channels) offering you all the different styles of Jazz allied to legendary artists. A truly remarkable Jazz experience and it is free.
Now you can enjoy a similar experience because this same Internet Provider is offering a free high quality of service, choice and variety, but in Classical Music form.
Log onto ClassicalMusic.com and made available to you are 35 channels of all forms of Classical Music, which include Composers, world famous orchestras and performers. Enjoy. Geoff C.

What’s on Live music Today (Weds)
Wednesday 16th December,
Taberna Teteria Hierbabuena,
Avda, de la Constitucion 35bajo
Competa
Keith james,
Acustic Guitar music,
Enjoy a quiet and relaxing evening in our warm and cosy restaurant with tasty homemade dishes or just come and join us for a drink.
Reservation recommended,
951707638
722181316

What’s on Namasté jam session

What’s on Jonny Unplugged.& The International Club or Nerja

Join us for on Thursday 17th December 2015 for music by Jonny Unplugged. Tickets €2 on the door. Free entry to 2015 – 16 paid up members.

Note New Opening Hours

Club Internacional De Nerja

Calle San Juan 42. Nerja 29780.

Social and Cultural Association No 1612

Telephone during opening hours 00 34 952521 858

Opening hours Mon from 19.30 hrs

Tues, Thurs and Sat 11.00 to 14.00 hrs

Open Some Thursday Evenings check for details

Facebook: cidnerja

Email: clubinternacionaldenerja@outlook.com

“Totally run by volunteers”

What’s on Christmas Quiz At The Punta Lara Bar

It is starting to feel a lot like Christmas so come on down to the Punta Lara Bar for the last Costa Animal Society (CAS) quiz of the year, this Friday the 18th starting at 7:30pm for8pm. Put your holiday trivia knowledge to the test with Quiz Mistress Laura and start the celebrations early with mince pies and savoury treats. There is also food and drink available at the bar and the entrance fee of 3 Euros plus all raffle proceeds go directly towards helping the animals. Please book with Mark at 635 369 673. Cheers.

What’s On At The Axarquia Racing club.

Saturday 19th December. A welcome return for ”Senor Blues” featuring the excellent Jesus Aranda Camunas on vocals and guitar. Hosting a jam and open mike (musicians please bring your own instruments). Playing rock,R &B and blues. Come and join in or just enjoy the live music.

Sunday 20th December. It’s Christmas. Who better to entertain us at our Christmas Party than the fabulous ”Flashtime”. With Denice (The Voice) Delay. A top band playing rock and pop that will get you dancing. Booking highly recommended.

Bar opens at 14.00. Food(Pizza/BBQ) from 14.30. Live entertainment from 15.00 to 18.00.
The Racing Club is on the main Torrox Costa to Torrox Village road(MA-102).

Just look for the orange and black gates. Parking on the opposite side of the road.

Non members most welcome. We are now undercover for the winter months.

For more info or to make a reservation contact Luis on 654 715 382.

What’s on Live Music by Keith James & Art exhibition Gallery Luz de la Vida

Welcome this Friday 18 December 7 p.m. in the gallery. English singer-songwriter Keith James plays his music. www.keith-james.com

Exhibition with works of art by Danish artists: Eva Joensen & Dutch artist Lieuwke Loth Exhibition runs from Thursday 9 December – Saturday 16 January Thursday & Friday: 11 – 2 & 5 – 8 Sat: 11 – 2 or on appointment See you there! Best regards, Lieuwke Loth www.luzdelavida.es fb: galerialuzdelavida fb:artcompeta info@lieuwkeloth.nl 0031-650408977 / 0034-722539488

For sale – a number of things Cheap

2 Single head boards excellent condition 15 euros

1 Kitchen clock 5 euros

10 original videos 10euros

a number of picture frames some with glass 15 euros

1 Garden vac /blower good condition NO bag 10 euros

1 abb bench and 1 fitness /resistance 10 euros for both

1 Mixer with all tools and book never been used 20 euros

Alanshot @ msn.com

For sale Art Stall at Nerja Market

If You are still looking for a Christmas present or would like some beautiful decoration piece for your home, welcome to our tent in Nerja‘s Sunday market! We are two artists, photographer and painter, husband and wife, and we will please you with our original artworks: watercolors, ink drawings and fine art prints. Our works reflect the spirit of Andalusia and were mostly inspired by its nature and culture.

Among other things this Sunday we’ll offer special photographic prints on aluminum medium, that ensures modern look and lifelong durability. Unique postcards that you won’t find in any other place and much more art!

In this market we are able to offer our works in much lower prices than you can find in galleries!

Nerja Sunday market, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Look for a white tent in the far left corner of the market (from the main entrance), place Nr. 16

Neringa Jure

Tadas Juras

More information: 631 128 662; kaivalja@gmail.com

More about artists: http://tadasjuras.wix.com/photography

http://neringajure.wix.com/andalusiansketches

For Sale – Various

1) A beautiful set of 18 light blue stemmed glasses (6 wine, 6 water, 6 champagne) plus matching vase, hardly used, still in original box. 20 Euros.

2) A lovely wine decanter, with stopper, 10 Euros

3) Fully automatic bread and jam-maker, complete with instructions in English, and measuring cup& spoon, only used a few times, in original box, 20 Euros

Nerja, please call 695 463 385

For sale – Satellite Box for BBC Satback Channels

Latest satellite box from ‘Openbox’/ Skybox V8S. Supports Biss and BBC Satback. Intelstat 907. Diseq compatible. Has Scart/ HDMI /ethernet/ USB recording etc etc. Same ability as Icecrypt 1600 which are much more expensive. New and unused, opened to photograph. See photos. 60 Euros but no offers. Must be collected by Thursday 17th December.
Contact: David 653360747

For Sale Power and Economy! VW Bora TDI

Do you want a powerful and fast car that can do nearly 60MPG? I am selling my VW Bora 1.9 TDI ST. Its a fabulous RHD car I brought from the UK, bought as a VW approved Used. This turbo diesel VW Bora is in Competa. It is on Spanish Plates and has ITV.